Mitchell Issues First Quarter 2019 Industry Trends Report
The impact of 5G wireless, automobile design changes that are good for the environment, and how technology can improve claims outcomes are among the topics addressed in the report.
Uber Found Not Criminally Liable in Fatal Crash
Prosecutors have announced that Uber is not criminally liable for last year’s fatal crash of one of its self-driving cars, according to an article by Reuters.
Fifty-Five Driverless Cars Set New Guinness World Record
Changan Automobile, a Chinese automaker, recently set the world record for the largest parade of autonomous cars, according to an article by Guinness World Records.
Nebraska Bill Attempts to Define Who Is Liable in Self-Driving Vehicle Crash
A bill introduced in Nebraska by State Sen. Suzanne Geist would make the manufacturer of the self-driving technology liable in a crash involving a vehicle capable of the “entire driving task” and operating in autonomous mode.
Volvo Issues Position Statement on Pre- and Post-Repair Scanning
Volvo has released a position statement that requires pre- and post-repair scanning on all model years 1996 and beyond.
AAA Recommends Common Naming for ADAS Technology
AAA said that with the current variety of marketing names of ADAS and lack of consensus by industry regulatory groups, it has been difficult for consumers to discern what safety features a vehicle has and how they actually work.
Axalta Showcases Customization with “Sahara” as 2019 Automotive Color of the Year
Axalta announced that Automotive Color of the Year, for the first time in its five-year history, is showcasing a color primed for vehicle customization both at manufacturing facilities and in the aftermarket.
California Highway Patrol Maneuvers to Stop Speeding Tesla with Sleeping Driver
A Tesla was cruising down Highway 101 in Redwood City, Calif., early one morning when a highway patrol officer pulled alongside it and realized the driver was asleep at the wheel, according to an LA Times article.
New Research from AAA Finds New Vehicle Technologies Double Repair Bills for Minor Collisions
According to new research from AAA, vehicles equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) such as automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning can cost twice as much to repair following a collision due to expensive sensors and their calibration requirements.
BASF to Feature Four and Four at SEMA 2018
BASF Refinish Automotive Coatings has announced that their booth no. 20353 in the Racing and Performance area of Central Hall at the SEMA Show will feature four custom builds and highlight the four components of BASF’s Value Beyond Paint Vision+ tools and services.
